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We won a trial against
the Ministry of Defence at the High Court for an asbestosis
sufferer, Graham. Dushal
Mehta acted for Graham in a three day trial
at the High Court in London.

Graham will now receive
£82,500 to compensate him for the disability that was caused by his
illness.

Graham worked as a lagger for the
Ministry of Defence for four years, where he was exposed to
asbestos. He later developed asbestosis, a chronic lung
disease caused by inhaling asbestos fibres.

The Ministry of Defence admitted that
Graham was negligently exposed to asbestos as their employee. They
denied that the exposure caused Graham's illness and subsequent
disability. Graham has severe breathing difficulties and requires
oxygen.

The Ministry of Defence argued that
Graham was suffering from a lung condition with unknown
causes, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). They relied on
their medical evidence in support of their position.

The trial centred on whether Graham had asbestosis or IPF.
Both medical experts gave evidence at the trial in the High
Court.

After a three day trial at the High Court, the judge ruled in
Graham's favour.

The judge awarded Graham damages on a
provisional basis.

He will be able to pursue
another claim for damages if Graham develops mesothelioma or
asbestos induced lung cancer.

The award includes money to compensate Graham for the pain and
suffering caused by his illness.